Staten Island, NY Social Security office at 1441 South Ave, 10314
1441 South Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314
Verified against the SSA directory on July 2, 2026
The Staten Island Social Security office is one of 67 field offices in New York, serving Richmond County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Staten Island and 7 nearby communities, roughly 74,000 people. Staten Island has more than one office, the next-closest is on 1510 Hylan Blvd, about 4.1 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Staten Island
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 7
- people in service area
- 74K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.1 mi
- offices in New York
- 67
- county
- Richmond County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 331-5288
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Staten Island office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (866) 331-5288 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Staten Island office
- We are behind Fox floors at Richmond Avenue and Richmond Hill Road.
- From Victory Boulevard proceed south and make left on Richmond Hill Road (at Gulf Station) then left at next Driveway.
- S44 and S59 Buses stop in front of our address.
- Effective January 2, 2013 the office will close at 12:00pm Every Wednesday.
Staten Island office location
Services at the Staten Island Social Security office
Staff at the Staten Island office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Staten Island office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carteret, NJ | Staten Island office | 3.4 mi |
| Union Beach, NJ | Staten Island office | 9.9 mi |
| Keansburg, NJ | Staten Island office | 10.3 mi |
| Cliffwood Beach, NJ | Staten Island office | 10.5 mi |
| North Middletown, NJ | Staten Island office | 10.6 mi |
| Keyport, NJ | Staten Island office | 10.9 mi |
| Hazlet, NJ | Staten Island office | 11.3 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Staten Island office
- The Staten Island office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Staten Island office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-5288 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 331-5288 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Staten Island, this is the closest office for about 7 surrounding communities, including Carteret, Union Beach, Keansburg, Cliffwood Beach, North Middletown. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Staten Island has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 1510 Hylan Blvd, about 4.1 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.